End of the Quest?

Abstract

We have been describing in the last three chapters an epoch unique in the annals of Europe. The growth rates achieved in the last two decades are unparalleled in.history, and they have completely revolutionised the social Atructure and way of life of our continent. Is the revolution to be permanent? Have we discovered the secret of perpetual growth? And is it desirable? Has+the quest for growth been a ‘good thing’ or not?